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Portland weather in January (Indiana, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Portland this January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In January, Portland tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 1°C. At night, it falls to around -8°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Portland in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 150 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Portland. July and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Portland climate page with graphs.

 

Portland, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 150 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Fort Wayne, the United States of America (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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